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EPISODE · Dec 11, 2025 · 8 MIN

The Nativity scene and was there a real Santa Clause?

from Conversations with Ray Martinez · host Ray Martinez

Tradition says that Francis of Assisi created the very first Christmas nativity scene in AD 1223 after a trip to the Holy Land and Christ’s birthplace. So began a new tradition that took root in many Western countries. Yes, Saint Nicholas was a real historical person, and he is one of the key historical roots of the modern Christmas figure Santa Claus. Who was the real St. Nicholas? Listen in as we unravel this mystery.

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